Kolkatta

Kolkata, formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. It is India's second largest city, located on the east bank of the River Hooghly. During British rule it served as the capital of India. The city is famous for its revolutionary history, right from the Indian struggle for independence to the trade union movement.

Kolkata is regarded as the cultural hub of India and is believed to be the place where modern Indian literacy and artistic though took birth. The city is filled up with number of majestic buildings. The major places of attraction are the Dakshineshwar Kali temple, Victoria Memorial and Tipu Sultan Mosque.